January 13 day of Chewing Gum
January 13 day of Chewing Gum, honoring a practice that dates back to Antiquity and that evolved to become one of the most popular gums globally.
Chewing gum has deep roots in human history. Ancient civilizations, such as the gregos and the maias, have chewed natural resins extracted from trees. However, it was on December 28, 1869 that the American dentist William Semple patented a modern chewing gum, aiming for oral health benefits.
In the 19th century, chewing gum gained popularity in the United States. In 1871, Thomas Adams founded his first chewing gum company, the Adams Gum Company, initially promoting the product as a relief for toothaches. Subsequently, chewing gum turned into a gum that was widely consumed.
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